1994 BMW 854 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (283 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 854 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
